Episode 1: Protecting Children With Claudia Gonzalez

In the inaugural episode of Protect. Heal. Prevent., host Kerry McCracken, Executive Director of The Children’s Assessment Center, sits down with Claudia Gonzalez, Director of Forensic Services, to introduce listeners to the work and mission of the CAC.Their conversation explores the critical role of forensic services in child advocacy, how trauma-informed practices guide every step of the process, and how multidisciplinary collaboration helps ensure children are supported with care, dignity, and compassion. Kerry and Claudia also discuss what makes the CAC model unique and why forensic services are foundational to protecting children and supporting healing.This episode sets the stage for ongoing conversations about how our community works together to respond to abuse and build safer futures for children.